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First look: Revamped Disney ship's watery fun zones

PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. — Our exclusive video tour of the revamped Disney Magic continues today with a look at its new Animator's Palate restaurant. As can be seen in the second part of the series in the carousel

As can be seen in the third part of the series in the carousel above, and in our exclusive photo gallery below, the top areas of the ship have gotten a major overhaul that includes the addition of two new water slides, a watery play area and more.

The transformation included the removal of the vessel's iconic Mickey Pool.

USA TODAY Travel this month got an exclusive first look at new areas on the Disney Magic, which is returning to service after a massive, six-week makeover, and we'll be rolling out more exclusive videos in the coming days.

One of the most notable new features on the revamped Disney Magic is the AquaDunk, a three-story slide that careens over the side of the ship. It begins with a surprise launch when the floor beneath the rider opens like a trapdoor. Jimmy DeFlippo, Disney Cruise Line

The makeover of the Disney Magic brought an entirely new Oceaneer Club play zone for children that includes a two-story area themed to the Disney-Pixar movie 'Toy Story' called Andy's Room. Matt Stroshane, Disney Cruise Line

The new Andy's Room play area for kids features a giant, working Mr. Potato Head, larger-than-life version of the 'Toy Story' piggy bank, Hamm, and a Slinky Dog slide that begins on the second level of the room. Kent Phillips, Disney Cruise Line

Ready? March! Young recruits join Corporal Green and the Green Army Soldiers for a fun-filled toy tour of duty during Toy Story Boot Camp in Andy's Room, a new multi-level youth space on the Disney Magic. Kent Phillips, Disney Cruise Line

One of the most notable new areas for kids on the Disney Magic is the Marvel's Avengers Academy, part of the Oceaneer Club youth area. It features such props as an Iron Man suit. Jimmy DeFlippo, Disney Cruise Line

One of the most popular restaurants on the Disney Magic since its debut in 1998, Animator's Palate has been updated with all-new, animation-adorned walls and larger high-definition flat-screens. Jimmy DeFlippo, Disney Cruise Line

As in the past, the updated Animator's Palate restaurant on the Disney Magic will come to life during the course of a meal as passengers are immersed in an interactive show highlighting the wonder of Disney animation. Jimmy DeFlippo, Disney Cruise Line

Shows on the revamped Disney Magic will include 'Disney Dreams ... An Enchanted Classic,' which tells a bedtime story of a young girl who realizes the power of her dreams with the help of popular characters from classic Disney features. Matt Stroshane, Disney Cruise Line

Also playing on the Disney Magic will be 'Twice Charmed: An Original Twist on the Cinderella Story.' It immerses the audience in a story that begins where the original Cinderella ended. Matt Stroshane, Disney Cruise Line

Cabins on the revamped Disney Magic have been redesigned with new, nautical decor and more usable space, including elevated bed frames that provide more storage room underneath. Matt Stroshane, Disney Cruise Line